Introducing The BRIDGE Method Course and Community Membership
A systematic, gentle approach to help late-identified neurodivergent adults bridge the gap between recognizing their neurotype and understanding how to work WITH their neurotype in order to achieve sustainable well-being.
Welcome
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The BRIDGE Method Course Contents:
B: Build Awareness
Module 1: Processing Your Diagnosis
LESSON 1: Grief and Relief Cycle of Late Diagnosis
LESSON 2: Imposter Syndrome
LESSON 3: Understanding Masking and its Costs
LESSON 4: Disclosure Decisions: Who, When, and How.
LESSON 5: Managing Reactions and Responses
Module 2: Understanding Your Neurotype
LESSON 1: ADHD v. Autism v. Both
LESSON 2: Sensory Processing and Regulation
LESSON 3: Executive Function Differences
LESSON 4: Communication and Social Interaction Patterns
R: Reframe Identity
Module 3: Rewriting Your Life Story
LESSON 1: Addressing Internalized Ableism and Shame
LESSON 2: Reframing Your Life Story Through a Neurodivergent Lens
LESSON 3: The Psychology of Narrative Change
LESSON 4: Common Reframing Challenges
Module 4: Integration and Embodiment
LESSON 1: Integrating Your Identities
LESSON 2: Moving From Understanding to Embodied Acceptance
LESSON 3: When Integration Feels Difficult
I: Identify Patterns
Module 5: Mapping Your Internal Patterns
LESSON 1: Understanding Your Energy Cycles and Capacity
LESSON 2: Recognizing Your Sensory Patterns and Needs
LESSON 3: Identifying Your Burnout Symptoms and Triggers
LESSON 4: Conflict and Emotional Regulation Patterns
Module 6: Mapping Your External Patterns
LESSON 1: Identifying Your Masking Patterns Across Environments
LESSON 2: Communication Patterns in Different Relationships
LESSON 3: Social Energy and Connection Needs
LESSON 4: Boundaries and Accommodation Patterns
D: Develop Systems
Module 7: Creating Your Environmental and Personal Systems
LESSON 1: Designing Sensory Friendly Living and Working Spaces
LESSON 2: Designing Executive Function Support Systems
LESSON 3: Establishing Sleep and Rest Systems
LESSON 4: Creating Routines that Work with Your Brain
Module 8: Building Your Communication and Advocacy Systems
LESSON 1: Developing Self-Advocacy Scripts and Strategies
LESSON 2: Creating Boundaries and Saying No Effectively
LESSON 3: Establishing Support Networks and Crisis Protocols
LESSON 4:Building Maintenance Systems for Long-Term Sustainability
G: Grow Connections
Module 9: Foundation Relationship Work
LESSON 1: Deepening Existing Relationships with New Self-Knowledge
LESSON 2: Understanding Neurodivergent - Neurotypical Dynamics
LESSON 3: Learning Conflict Resolution that Works for Your Brain
LESSON 4: Finding Your Neurodivergent Community
Module 10: Expanding and Intentional Relationship Building
LESSON 1: Professional Relationships and Networking as Your Authentic Self
LESSON 2: Building Chosen Family and Deeper Friendships
LESSON 3: Navigating New Romantic Relationships/Dating
LESSON 4: Creating and Maintaining Your Support Network
E: Evolve Sustainably
Module 11: Maintenance and Adaptation Systems
LESSON 1: Creating Regular Self-Assesment and Check-in Protocols
LESSON 2: Adapting Your Systems as Life Changes
LESSON 3: Recognizing and Preventing Burnout Cycles
LESSON 4: Building Resilience for Setbacks and Challenges
Module 12: Your Ongoing Growth Program
LESSON 1: Setting Neurodivergent-Friendly Goals and
LESSON 2: Creating Your Personal "Thriving Blueprint"
LESSON 3: Developing Your Support and Accountability Systems
LESSON 4:Planing Your Continued Evolution